Back to the classics and renewed.
Some days ago, Vampire Weekend confirmed his return with the announcement of his first studio album in five years, Only God Was Above Us, which is expected to be ready for next April 5 through Columbia Records. You can reserve it here.
The band gave us a great preview with “Capricorn” and “Gen-X Cops”two singles that highlight the work of Ezra Koenig, Chris Baio and Chris Tomson in Father of the Bride (2019).
“Capricorn” It has a completely pop atmosphere with a recognizable string movement on the guitar, a piano tinkle and the drums. It seems to be a sweet melody, as it talks about the future, trying to “not die while no one is there to help you”, but always trying to be well. The song shows you that you don’t always have to try and it’s okay not to.
On the other hand, “Gen-X Cops” It is a more complementary song, with the sounds that stand out from the drums and bass, they make you remember “A-Punk.” But the production is not so skeletal at all: the electric guitar joins in and even that of a choir sounding above the instruments.
Both singles are accompanied by their respective videos, in the case of “Capricorn”, is a clip directed by the band’s creative director, Nick Harwood. It captures the essence of life in New York City in the late 80s. The person in charge of carrying out the work of “Gen-X Cops” was Drew Pearce (Mission Impossible, iron Man 3), comes with a retro, New York-inspired look. The images are a decidedly different route into the authenticity of the city and focusing on the night lights.
Recorded all over the world, from Manhattan to Los Angeles, London and Tokyo, Only God Was Above Us It comes accompanied by 10 songs. Wait for it.
